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Neymar’s message is loud and clear for Carlo Ancelotti: Santos star makes huge nine-word 2026 FIFA World Cup vow to Brazil fans

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The Santos star has delivered a message that blends ambition with accountability, a declaration aimed squarely at the national team coach and millions of supporters watching closely.

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FIFA, UEFA may decide on Russia’s participation by yearend, says Russian football chief

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Alexander Dyukov noted that a number of decisions decisions by the IOC ensured movement in one direction, namely towards the lifting of restrictions and prohibitions for the entire Russian sport

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Handball rules in football explained, including latest changes by FIFA, Premier League to hand ball in soccer

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It is well-established that using your arms or hands is not allowed in football. Yet changes to the rules have made it difficult to comprehend for players, coaches, fans and even officials themselves.

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FIFA Dismisses Nigeria Appeal Over DR Congo Players

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News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/fifa-dismisses-nigeria-appeal-over-dr-congo-players/FIFA (Fédération Internationale de Football Association) has dismissed Nigeria’s appeal…

FIFA rejects Nigeria’s appeal over DR Congo players, ends Super Eagles’ World Cup bid

FIFA has reportedly dismissed Nigerias appeal challenging the eligibility of several DR Congo players, bringing the Sup

FIFA Dismisses Nigeria’s Appeal Against DR Congo

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Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have ended after world football governing body FIFA dismissed the country’s appeal against the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Lionel Messi still the key: Argentina legend Javier Zanetti reveals Inter Miami star’s hidden 2026 FIFA World Cup weapon for Lionel Scaloni’s side

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As the soccer world looks ahead to 2026, questions continue to swirl around Lionel Messi and whether the sport’s most decorated modern icon will once again step onto the game’s biggest stage.

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JUST IN: FIFA Rejects Nigeria’s Case Against DR Congo, World Cup Dream Over

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Nigeria’s hope of reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup has officially ended after FIFA dismissed the country’s appeal against the Democratic Republic of Congo.The world football governing body ruled that Nigeria’s protest over the eligibility…

FIFA, UEFA 'lack authority' to reinstate Russia internationally — sports official

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According to Maxim Mitrofanov, they are waiting to see which side the United States falls on

Mali's coach slams FIFA and European clubs over four-year AFCON plan

Tom Saintfiet, head coach of Mali national football team, has criticised the decision to st

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Who is Fifa Laopakdee? Meet 20-year-old Masters invitee

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Fifa Laopakdee is an amateur golfer from Thailand. He is preparing to play at the Masters 2026.

'Respect the culture' - Fifa urged to allow Pride Match

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An official involved with the World Cup Pride Match says there has been no contact from Fifa about their plans, despite the Egyptian FA's complaint.

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Mali Coach Saintfiet Hits Out At European Clubs, FIFA Over AFCON Changes

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Mali coach Tom Saintfiet yesterday railed against the decision to play the Africa Cup of Nations every four years instead of two, insisting the move was forced upon the continent by FIFA and European clubs motivated by money. “I am very…

Year in football: expansion, mismatches point to direction Fifa will take ‘beautiful game’

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Bigger does not always mean better but try telling that to those who govern the world’s most popular sport as they reflect on a jam-packed year and begin the countdown to a supersized World Cup that will dwarf previous tournaments.

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Inter Miami linked with move for Lionel Messi's 2022 FIFA World Cup-winning Argentine teammate: Reports

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Inter Miami are considering a move for Lionel Messi’s 2022 FIFA World Cup-winning Argentine teammate, Angel Correa, as per reports.

Thursday, Dec 25

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Mali coach Saintfiet hits out at European clubs, FIFA over AFCON changes

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Mali coach Tom Saintfiet on Thursday railed against the decision to play the Africa Cup of Nations every four years instead of two.

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Christian Pulisic’s Milan teammate targets 2026 FIFA World Cup: England defender Fikayo Tomori lays out clear eight-word Thomas Tuchel plan

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With Fikayo Tomori re-established at the heart of the defence and England now under the guidance of Thomas Tuchel, the defender has laid out a clear vision for how he plans to force his way back into international contention.

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Saintfiet Criticises FIFA, European Clubs Over Four-Year AFCON Plan

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The Cup of Nations has almost always been held at two-year intervals since the first edition in 1957, but Confederation of African Football president Patrice Motsepe last weekend announced that the tournament would go ahead every four…

Russian football officials plan attending 2026 UEFA, FIFA Congress sessions — RFU

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The 2026 UEFA Congress is set to take place in Brussels on February 12 and the 2026 FIFA Congress is slated to be held on April 30 in Canada’s Vancouver

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2026 FIFA World Cup on the line: Barcelona’s Marc-Andre ter Stegen gets brutal reality check as Germany director lays down clear condition for his participation

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As the road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins to narrow, Marc-Andre ter Stegen now finds himself at the center of a tense and defining crossroads—caught between recovery, competition, and a message from the very top of German soccer that…